2024 Genesis Electrified GV70 vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Review

Picture of the 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70

2024 Genesis
Electrified GV70

MSRP*: $66,450
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

2024 Mercedes-Benz
GLS 450

MSRP*: $87,000
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MPG - City Info not available 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 56.5 ft3 84.7 ft3
Engine
  • 429-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 429 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 185.6 in 205.0 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 in
Head Room Front 38.6 in
Rear 38.3 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 40.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 than in the Genesis Electrified GV70, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Genesis Electrified GV70 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Genesis Electrified GV70 is a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Genesis Electrified GV70 is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Genesis Electrified GV70, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Handling
The Genesis Electrified GV70 has a smaller turning radius than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is clearly the choice over the Genesis Electrified GV70 for pulling heavy loads. The Genesis Electrified GV70 has a little more horsepower than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.

Powertrain
The Genesis Electrified GV70 has much lower torque than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Genesis Electrified GV70 has less seating than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, making the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Genesis Electrified GV70 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450.